Sand Pond
Key Takeaway
Sand Pond is classified as low hazard in Maine. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 13% in ME) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 141 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | ME00553 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Brenda Bailey until 10/9/20. She sold the house.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sand Pond?
Sand Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sand Pond?
Sand Pond is owned by Brenda Bailey until 10/9/20. She sold the house. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sand Pond built?
Sand Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Sand Pond?
Sand Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sand Pond?
Sand Pond has a dam height of 9 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Sand Pond last inspected?
Sand Pond was last inspected on October 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.